Hacker demoes multitasking on Windows Phone 7 handset

Microsoft isn't too pleased with the recent video that shows a working demo of true multitasking on a Windows Phone 7 handset. No nothing wrong with the demo what who it features - a hacker. 

Known as Jaxbot, the hacker shows off his skills while demoing the Windows Phone 7 multitasking work-a-round which can be seen in the video below, thanks to Engadget who got hold of the video.



While the hack is only in ‘demo-mode’ we have to admit we are quite impressed with Mr. Jaxbot. We’ve always said that the fact that Windows Phone 7 lacks multitasking is a bit of a pain.Granted, the iPhone didn’t get it until the release of the iPhone 4, but not having it on a device in this day and age is pretty rubbish – especially when a company such as Microsoft is the driving force behind it.

Unfortunately, Microsoft doesn’t share our enthusiasm and has been harping on about hackers on its official Windows Phone 7 blog.

"Hackers, please leave our operating system alone and be patient while we work on an official multitasking update. Tinkering with the operating system can cause all kinds of ‘unknown’ issues that can affect your phone detrimentally."

This is a fair point. We agree in some respects with Microsoft. After all, the Redmond monster has taken a lot of steps to ensure the platform remains unified and on an even keel, unlike its Android counterpart.

We are not sure Microsoft plea will bear any fruits, for better, for worse, hackers will always prevail.